This group is investing in UMD-based ventures, from wood stoves to tea The University System of Maryland is operating the investment fund. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Dozens of UMD housekeepers say they’ve gotten sick from cleaning mold Many say the university hasn't provided them with adequate equipment or training. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Inaugural summit aims to address lack of women and minorities in computer science The Maryland Center for Women in Computing held its Diversity in Computing Summit Monday. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
After “quite a bit of cold calling,” UMD’s GSG sees a spike in membership The GSG is expected to have at least 65 members this semester. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD students say they’re misgendered. This event aimed to change that. Pronouns Pronouncement Day was part of this university’s fourth annual Rise Above “-isms” week. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A $6.8M grant will help UMD professors address challenges for students with disabilities The money will go toward research aimed at helping students with disabilities get ready for either postsecondary education or the workforce. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD’s food pantry is fundraising for a $1 million upgrade It’s part of a widespread effort to fight food insecurity on campus. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Milo Yiannopoulos on canceled Terps for Trump event: UMD is “going to suffer for it” Yiannopoulos said he plans to address alumni and reschedule his visit to this university. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD will launch a $3 million center for grad students to study sustainability The program aims to recruit women and minorities. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A UMD coalition has registered about 300 voters so far this school year They’ve done so with the help of a “register to vote” button on Testudo. DBK Admin December 31, 0999